Ref. #DEFED1 · 440C-2
Cucumber Crush
82%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Cucumber Crush Technical Profile
What color is Cucumber Crush? It's a very light cool green with the hex code #DEFED1. Cucumber Crush has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 82, Cucumber Crush reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Cucumber Crush
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cucumber Crush
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cucumber Crush
#DEFED1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5ED477
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cucumber Crush
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cucumber Crush Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Cucumber Crush.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cucumber Crush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cucumber Crush have?
Cucumber Crush by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Cucumber Crush from other brands?
The closest matches are Celery Ice by Benjamin Moore (#DCF4CC), Frosted Mint by MPC (#DBF9D7), Citra Lime by Benjamin Moore (#D6F3CF). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cucumber Crush?
Cucumber Crush has an LRV of 82.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cucumber Crush's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.